Nothing Like That Newborn Love – 3 C-Sections Were Worth It!

All I went through to have my children was worth every ache, every tear, every stressful and sleepless night. Everyone has a story behind the birth of their baby, and I have 3.

3 Surprises

I wasn’t ready to be pregnant the first time. In fact, I went into my doctor’s office for birth control. She said to come back when I start my period and she’d prescribe birth control. I didn’t make it. The feeling of panic began to overtake me. I was just 22 years old. I had no idea how to be a mom. And honestly, I was scared to death of the birth process.

Throughout the pregnancy, I didn’t have the feelings of surreal love with my unborn child. I felt tired, grumpy and just ready to finally get the baby out so I could start to figure out life with a new baby. I was so scared, and the pregnancy felt like it took forever.

Being totally clueless and overwhelmed, I hired a doula. I tried to prepare for the birth. When my pregnancy went longer than my due date, my doctor suggested we induce the labor with Pitocin. I just wanted the pregnancy to be over with and hold my baby, and I had no idea what that kind of birth would be like, so I agreed. I trusted whatever my doctor said.

5 hours into the labor, I hadn’t dilated at all. I was so miserable that I begged to be allowed to go home. My doctor agreed and I left the hospital, still very pregnant. Facing people at church that next Sunday was awful. I was sore, swollen, exhausted and terribly grumpy. People would jokingly ask, “where’s the baby? I thought you were getting induced?” I shot them sour looks and just tried to sit alone.

Finally, contractions started that Sunday night. I stayed up all night, waiting for them to get stronger and closer together. When they were finally 3 minutes apart, I went to the hospital. The doctor on call came in and after her check-up, she looked at me seriously and said, “the baby is breech. For the safety of the baby, I suggest a c-section.”

All the fear I had been carrying around with me just overtook my entire brain. I cried. I hadn’t prepared for a c-section! I had no idea what that was, what it would feel like! I tried to act calm and brave and went to the operating room. During the operation, I began to feel nauseous and panicked. They had to put me to sleep. I wasn’t even awake to hear my baby’s first cry! I don’t remember what she looked like when she first came out.

I was so groggy after surgery. Bonding with my baby wasn’t instant. I really regret not preparing for the possibility of a c-section. But you know what? It was worth it. I have had 10 years of beautiful, amazing memories with this child. She’s my darling baby girl and always will be. We might not have bonded while I was pregnant or even right after birth, but we are so close today.

I wasn’t ready to be pregnant with her brother or sister either. But each time, I knew they would be a blessing, and they were! They have changed my life in such a huge way. I wish I didn’t have to go through 3 c-sections, but I have 3 healthy children today because of them.

All The Pain, Worth It

Everyone has a story. The Stork is for helping make these stories happen.

What Is The Stork & How Does It Work?

The Stork is an over-the-counter product that is created to help couples who haven’t been able to conceive naturally.

It comes with a sperm-collection cup and a wand used to deliver the sperm to the outside of the cervix. This is best for couples who have received a diagnosis of low sperm count, sperm immobility, or unfavorable vaginal environment.

Where To Buy The Stork

Now available for $59.99 at most retailers! You can also get it from Target and online at www.storkotc.com.

Twitter Party

Join me for an upcoming Twitter party on November 29th at 8 pm EST! There will be prizes and chit-chat about female fertility. Join the party with the hashtags#GettingPregnant & #StorkOTC

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Written by:: Annie Kearns

Annie Kearns has written 1093 post in this blog.

She is THE Mama Dweeb! She created this blog back in 2009 and loves to inspire and connect with others through her writing. She also loves talking, dreaming, 90s pop and country music.

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